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WHAT IS OKTOBERFEST? OKTOBERFEST-IN-SEPTEMBER? as the ultimate role model of distinction. Since W‡³‡O‡D‡Ã« ÊU‡łd‡N‡Ä 1995, when it entered the market, Taybeh The Oktoberfest is a sixteen-day Oktoberfest traditionally starts in the Taybeh Beer, has maintained an image of premium festival held each year in Munich. It is 3rd weekend in September and ends quality that reflects if have their one of the most famous events in the the 1st Sunday of October. own country and freedom, we too can make city and the largest festival in the outstanding products. world and an important part of Oktoberfest Bavarian culture. The master brewer, Nadim Canaan Khoury, Taybeh-, Palestine brews Taybeh Beer for beer lovers no matter what their religion, culture or ethnic HISTORY OF OKTOBERFEST Everything related to products made in Taybeh, the background. If you love beer, you need to The Oktoberfest celebrated its 198th Taybeh is extremely Oktoberfest become an annual event select Taybeh, since it’s simply, The FinestCome in sing at the Oktoberfest Anniversary (2008), only wars and revolutionary if not extraordinary. In the under the umbrella of the Taybeh the Middle East. Nadim is so proud of his handas if no one is listening! cholera epidemics have briefly CULTURESHOC middle of intense conflict, you find a Municipality with all of its local civic crafted micro-brew that he clearly places his interrupted the yearly beer celebration. The first community striving to be normal and organizations and organized by the signature on every bottle. Palestinian Rock-Rap Band crying out to the world for the need to Taybeh Brewing Company as the It began with the Royal Wedding on do astonishing things in initiator of the incredible event A female Brewster, Nadim’s daughter, Madees 12 October 1810. also brews that successful craft-style beer that OKTOBERFEST the middle of oppressed making the dream of Nadim Crown Prince Ludwig, later to become simply reflects democracy and freedom in PALESTINIAN STYLE conditions. Khoury come true. King Ludwig I, was married to Princess Palestine. Taybeh Oktoberfest promotes local Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen on Taybeh responds with Taybeh Beer is trying to stay a products with music and dance If you come to Taybeh you might feel the 12 October 1810. The citizens of peaceful resolutions of beaming light in Palestine and groups preserving deep cultural hospitality and warmth that must have Munich were invited to attend the celebrating its existence to named No 1 Beer (2008) roots in ancient Palestine. boost the economy and among Palestinian restaurants, felt in the late 12th century when he called festivities held on the fields in front hosted the first and only bars and hotels. the people “Taybeen,” actually initiating the of the city gates to celebrate the Oktoberfest 2008 Oktoberfest in Palestine name change from Biblical Ephraim to Taybeh happy royal event. Horse races in the The First Tag Rugby Match in Palestine Taybeh Beer is not your (2005). for this tiny place that welcomes you for a presence of the royal family marked Ramallah Blue Snakes vs Beit Jala Lions RFC ordinary product. It’s an day of fun, food and Taybeh Beer. Come dance at the Oktoberfest the close of the event that was Come to Biblical Ephraim! Following a very successful extraordinary product because as if no one is watching! celebrated as a festival for the whole two day celebration of “Ramallah Underground” it challenges all Palestinian Support local products: Coming 2009 of Bavaria. The decision to repeat the support for Palestinian companies to see Taybeh Beer Taybeh Beer, olive oil, honey, ceramic Taybeh Oktoberfest horse races in subsequent years gave lamps, antique tiles, artcrafts & more... www.taybehbeer.com E-mail: [email protected] rise to the tradition of Oktoberfest. OBSESSED WITH TAYBEH Maria C. Khoury, Ed. D.

I have developed a deep obsession, given that I live full THE FLAME OF PEACE time in Palestine. Following the historic Oslo Agreement, I was fooled into believing that Israelis and Palestinians can actually live side by side. I can only say that since 28 TayFACTS • Estimated populationb approximatelye 2,000. h • Total area: 24,000 dunums. September 2000, the landmark day for the Second ABOUT • 30,000 olive trees. Uprising, I simply have not had a normal day, with the TAYBEH • Total number of historic buildings: 248. collapsed economy and the reoccupation of the • Greek Orthodox School founded 1770. Palestinian Territories. • Latin Patriarchate School (1860). • Women’s Benevolent Society founded 1945. I have developed a deep obsession with inviting people • Taybeh historic center preserves traditional architecture. to our small Palestinian village of Taybeh, which is my • Taybeh Library restored by Riwaq (2002). way of trying to be normal. Probably inviting people to a beer festival in Palestine does not sound normal at all • Stone School created (2007, Riwaq), preserving cultural heritage. since we hardly have a country; but technically speaking, • Archeological site of “Boberiyah,” Crusaders Castle. the country has a national beer that carries with it our pride in Palestine. • Taybeh Municipality, featuring art exhibits. Taybeh established the WHAT TO Municipality Council of • Taybeh Brewing Company, Nadim C. Khoury, master brewer. My husband David returned to Taybeh with his brother Government (1997) SEE IN • Olive Branch Foundation Workshop. Nadim to boost the economy by opening the one and 2005-first democratically TAYBEH th • Byzantine , St. George, 4 century archeological ruins only microbrewery in the Middle East region (1995), and elected Mayor of Taybeh, “Al Khader.” in 2005, they initiated an Oktoberfest - Palestinian style. Welcome Daoud Canaan Khoury • Greek Orthodox Church, St. George, rebuilt 1931, to 4th century mosaics,Fr. Daoud Philip Khoury. Taybeh Beer means everything right now. It means that “On behalf of the Municipality • Greek , St. George, 1964. Fr. Jack Abed. we want to work for a modern Palestine where Council, we hope you will • Latin Church, Christ the Redeemer, 1968. Fr. Raed Abu Sahlieh. democracy, freedom, and human rights would enjoy your stay. Please feel free to contact us for • The Parables House - Palestinian Traditional Home, (Latin Convent) encourage all to thrive. It means that we are just craving possibilities of strengthening Taybeh to be “normal.” • New Modern Olive Press. (open olive season only) our presence in the Holy land.” • “Beit Efram” for Elderly & Handicapped. Taybeh is located 14 km to the north east of Ramallah and 20 km from • Antique Floor Tile Workshop, Daoud Nasser, 054 5523549 The Taybeh Oktoberfest has become the big open day . It sits 930 meters above sea level near the highest mountain in Tel/fax +(972 2 289-8383)Email: [email protected] in Taybeh. As we try to find creative ways to survive the the , Tel Asur, 1016 meters high. Taybeh is in a magnificent location closure and the high rate of unemployment, we are overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. It is famous for its olive always promoting our local products. Thus, if you catch trees, in addition to figs, grapes, almonds and Taybeh Beer. Taybeh is one of WHERE • Taybeh Zaman Restaurant, road to Ramoon village, right side. me telling you that I would love to see you in Taybeh, it is not just an obsession but a genuine invitation. the most ancient places in Palestine, dating back to the Bronze Age. TO EAT IN Local Tel: 289 9411 Jawwal 0599 774 092 Established between 2900-2000 BC, Taybeh is mentioned in the Old Testament TAYBEH as (Joshua, Judges, I Samuel). It is Eprhaim, the village in which chose to stay with His disciples before His Passion (John 11:54). WHERE TO • Charles de Foucauld Pilgrim’s Hostel Tel/fax: (+972) 2 289 9364 OVERNIGHT • Beit Efram Guest House, Tel: (+972) 2 289 8020 (www.taybeh.info) St. George, Patron Saint of Taybeh Keeping Taybeh one of the most beautiful places in Palestine! Note: Dr. Maria C. Khoury has served as the festival coordinator for the Email: Oktoberfest for four years and is planning the 5th Annual Taybeh Oktoberfest www.taybehmunicipality.org October 3 & 4, 2009. (Email: [email protected]) [email protected]